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Press Operator

PKC Group
Traverse, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/23/2026
Job Description

Your tasks.

  • Ensure personal adherence to all Environmental Health and Safety rules and procedures are maintained, including housekeeping and proper operation of tools and equipment.
  • Must be able to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
  • Load and feed raw material through the tool, visually inspect parts as instructed utilizing all gages provided, and attach finished product to take-up, start process.
  • Partial disassembly of tool to remove end of stock, miss-feed, slugs, shavings, etc. and visually inspect tool for obvious defects. Re-assemble and bar the press through one stroke to check for proper assembly.
  • Document all paperwork required for the manufacturing process. Validate reel tags for correct quantity and part number as per Bill of Materials/Technical Data Sheet.
  • Enter production data into ERP system using computer.
  • Assure that all raw material and reels used in process are as specific per the Bill of Materials/Technical Data Sheet.
  • Understand raw material specifications for proper disposition on scrap.
  • Become familiar with each product and the quality requirements for an acceptable product.
  • Understand operation of the payoffs, press, and take-up and be able to identify problems in the process Package by weight any returning product from subcontractors that was shipped and received in bulk packaging.
  • Perform specific assignments as instructed by supervisor.

Energy, Environmental, Health, and Safety

  • Comply with and enforce the PKC Group Environmental, Health and Safety Policy.
  • Comply with the environmental work instructions applicable to their job position.
  • Report any deviation on the environmental operational controls established and communicate improvement initiatives.
  • Participate in EHS training.

Your profile.

  • Education and Experience:
    • Work requires the ability to read, write, and perform basic math calculations to maintain accurate records. These skills are normally acquired through the completion of a high school education.
Preferred

  • Previous high speed press operating experience.
  • Skill/ knowledge requirements:
    • Minimum of 1-2 years’ experience with computer operation and can comfortably navigate a windows like system using mouse and keyboard.
Working Conditions:

  • Work requires the ability to move about to various locations of the facility 100% of the work time.
  • Capable of lifting a minimum of 35 pounds as well as bending to transfer parts to audit skids as necessary.
  • Able to adapt to change in activities and plans in order to accommodate changing schedules. High level of initiative and works well in team environment.

What We Offer.

  • The position is a regular active, full-time role with competitive total rewards.
  • We are a EOE Minorities/Women/Disabled/Vets/VEVRAA Federal contractor.

About Us

Motherson is a multinational, people-focused enterprise serving a diversified industry range with a broad range of products and services, and is one of the 22 largest automotive suppliers worldwide. With facilities spread across 41 countries and the strength of 135,000 employees, the company has a truly global environment where diversity and inclusion drive our culture. PKC Group , a member of Motherson Group is a trusted partner in the global commercial vehicle wiring harness industry. We provide our customers, leading industry expertise with a full-service concept of design capabilities and deliver tailored, cost-efficient solutions to them. Our unique know-how in managing the complexity of customized products and the ability to integrate into the customers operating environment provides a competitive advantage to our customers. If you are passionate about making an impact, we invite you to be part of our team.

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